Job description

What You'll Be Doing

Are you looking to get involved in your community? Do you want to make a difference? Are you passionate about learning? If so, get ready to roll up your sleeves and become part of something bigger! The Wake County Board of Elections is currently seeking an experienced Instructional Designer/Training Specialist to join our dynamic and driven Training Team. The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator who thrives in a fast paced, ever changing work environment. They will have a clear understanding of the commonly accepted instructional design models, what it takes to be a behind the scenes designer, have a strong visual sense and excellent project management skills.

What will you do as a Board of Elections Training Specialist?

Develop training materials, including classroom presentations, manuals, workbooks, training videos and online training modules to facilitate comprehensive training for Early Voting and Election Day Officials
Review, evaluate and modify existing and proposed programs and recommend changes
Create schedules, design layouts for training facilities and adjusts room layouts as necessary between in-person classes
Train and manage instructors and assistants for in-person training classes
Serve as instructor for some online webinars and in-person classes
Collaborate with team members to gain knowledge of work processes, identify training needs and establish plans to address the needs through training solutions
Identify innovative training tools and methods to enhance the training program
Monitor and assess election law changes and incorporate the changes into polling place procedures
Develop and design election forms, precinct official website, newsletters, assessments and other communications
Develop high level design documents, storyboards, audio narration scripts, status reporting, QA and testing plans
Assists with Early Voting site setups and call center support
Assists with Election Day call center support and post-election processes
Portfolios will be required by all applicants who are selected to move forward in the recruitment process
About Our Team

The Wake County Board of Elections is responsible for conducting all elections held in Wake County. The Board locally administers State election laws. Principal functions include establishing election precincts and voting sites; appointing and training Precinct Officials; preparing and distributing ballots and voting equipment; canvassing and certifying the ballots cast in elections and investigating any voting irregularities. It maintains voter registration and participation records and provides public information on voters and elections. This position is in-person and will work at the Board of Elections Operations Center.

The Basics (Required Education and Experience)
Bachelor's degree
Two years of experience in training
Equivalent education and experience are accepted
Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)
Working in a County elections office
A valid driver’s license
Clear financial and criminal records check
How Will We Know You're 'The One'?
Ability to solve a high level of problems
Ability to deal with high stress situations calmly and effectively
Ability to thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
Ability to convey verbal and written information to groups and individuals
Ability to ensure policies and procedures
Ability to adapt to major changes in a work environment
Ability to accurately complete and accomplish tasks
Ability to be proactive and achieve goals beyond what is required
Ability to use instructional design software, preferably Articulate 360 Suite and online learning management systems
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Adobe Creative Suite
About This Position

Location: Wake County Board of Elections Operations Center Raleigh, NC 27610

Employment Type: Regular

Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:30am - 5:15pm

Hiring Range: $27.10 - $28.10

Posting Closing Date: Open until filled and may close at anytime

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